8. Grayslake Central (7-1): Gerry Martinez is hitting .480 with nine RBIs and is expected to see his first pitching action this week. Next game for the Rams is against Cary-Grove at 4:30 Wednesday at home.

9. St. Charles North (6-1): The North Stars head into a big week in the Upstate Eight Conference, beginning with an away game at Lake Park at 4:30 Monday.

10. Fremd (6-1): Clay Minoff and Mike Tauchman are providing early offensive fireworks by hitting .462 for the Vikings. Fremd takes on Cary-Grove at 4:30 Monday at home.